Commercial Estimator (Fencing)

WHO WE ARE:

Empower Brands was founded in 2022 as a product of the integration of Lynx Franchising and Outdoor Living Brands. Empower encompasses ten industry-leading brands across commercial and residential services: JAN-PRO, FRSTeam, Archadeck Outdoor Living, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP), Conserva Irrigation, Koala Insulation, Wallaby Windows, Superior Fence and Rail, Bumble Roofing and Canopy Lawn Care. Empower is dedicated to providing its customers with the highest quality products and services in the commercial and home services industry while simultaneously delivering its franchise owners committed personal support, tools and empowerment to pursue their own success. Empower Brands is a portfolio company of MidOcean Partners, a leading private equity firm with an excellent track record investing in successful, growth-focused franchise businesses. For more about Empower Brands, visit the company’s new website at  EmpowerFranchising.com .

Superior Fence & Rail is an industry leader with multiple branch locations. We partner with a national home improvement chain, multiple home builders and general contractors for fence installation requirements. 

Do you like working in construction or home improvement, but want better hours, pay, and benefits and also stable, full-time employment? Are you looking for an opportunity to work within a growing company?

Superior Fence & Rail  is an industry leader seeking full-time  Estimator  for immediate hire. Work consists of estimating and management of commercial projects (Tennis Courts, High Security Fences, Sport Field Backstops, etc.). Full benefits including health insurance and 401k are offered.  Pay starts at $50,000 + 10% of the gross profit as commission. **Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing drug testing and background check.

Minimum requirements:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of estimating experience in commercial and public works construction - preferably in the fencing and/or guardrail industry (or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience)
• Able to read, understand, and interpret blueprints and perform detailed and accurate take-offs
• Able to read, understand and interpret technical specifications and special provisions
• Able to problem solve independently (and be proactive in problem solving)
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all company proprietary information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Very strong organizational skills
• Able to prioritize workloads efficiently and work independently
• Able to work well and maintain composure under pressure
• Experience using Google’s G Suites

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review, understand and interpret blueprints, technical specifications and special provisions and prepare detailed take-off of all fence scopes of work
• Prepare break-down of materials and request pricing from various suppliers
• Prepare detailed, accurate estimates including subcontractor/self-perform analysis
• Source new suppliers/vendors for non-typical items of work
• Identification and preparation of Requests for Information
• Monitor bids from start to finish and work with the project estimating team throughout the entire bidding process
• Perform project site visits and assist with project coordination
• Assisting with resolution of various projects issues or warranty items
• Attendance at job walks, site meetings, or other meetings
• Prepare material submittals and shop drawings (gather product data and information for submission on awarded projects)
• Must have a great work ethic and clear understanding on how to be a team player
• The above job description is a summary of the suits required and does not encompass all tasks that may be required

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD & LTD
• 401k (with 4% company match)
• Paid time off (Sick, Holidays, Vacation)
• Profit Sharing (after 1 year of service)

The Superior candidate will:

• Be organized and detail-oriented with a stable job history
• Have 2 - 3 years of Commercial Estimating experience
• Have 2 - 3 years of Management of Commercial Projects experience
• Have a positive attitude with excellent customer service skills

If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through Indeed or apply at:

Superior Fence & Rail is the largest fence contractor in the country, with over thirty-eight branch locations in the United States. Learn more at

“We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Base Salary + Commissions 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Can you pass a background check?

Experience:

• Commercial Estimating: 3 years (Required)
• Estimating Public Construction (preferably Fencing): 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Note: 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.  

_Empower Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Empower Brands makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. _